Eggs are not only nutritious but their shells can also be incredibly useful in our daily lives. However, not many people are aware of these handy egg-shell hacks and often discard them. If you knew these interesting tips and tricks, you’d definitely change this habit in no time.
**The Amazing Uses of Egg Shells**
**1. Washing Grease-Stained Cloths**
Grease-stained cloths, especially those used for a long time, can be challenging to clean. Even soap may struggle to remove all the stains and grease. This is where egg shells come to the rescue.
Place egg shells into a plastic bucket and pour in half a pot of boiling water.
Soak the stained cloth for about 10 minutes.
You’ll notice that the grease and stains have softened. Add a small amount of detergent to the cloth.
Scrub vigorously.
Then, rinse with clean water.
The stains are completely removed, and your cloth looks brand new!
**2. Remove Stains from Electric Kettles**
Electric kettles, when used for a long time, develop stubborn limescale deposits at the bottom. These deposits hinder heat transfer, making the water take longer to boil and increasing electricity consumption. Egg shells are an easy and quick solution to this problem.
Crush the egg shells.
Add water to fill the kettle or until the water level reaches the stains. Close the lid and boil the water.
After the water has boiled, pour it out and check the inside of the kettle.
The stubborn stains are completely gone!
**3. Make Fertilizer**
Egg shells contain up to 97% calcium carbonate, as well as other minerals such as potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and sodium. These are all essential for the healthy growth of plants.
Crush or grind the egg shells and soak them in water to soften. Then, use the egg shell-infused water and the crushed shells as fertilizer for your plants. The calcium carbonate in the shells helps regulate soil pH, promoting vigorous and healthy plant growth while reducing pests and diseases.
**4. Clean Burnt Pans**
Grind some egg shells and pour them into the burnt pan along with a little salt. Add hot water and scrub vigorously with a dishcloth. The burnt food will come right off! No more spending hours trying to remove those stubborn burnt-on bits.
**5. Clean the Blades of a Blender**
Cleaning a blender can be a challenge due to its sharp and small blades. However, simply put some egg shells into the blender, add water to cover the shells, and turn it on. The blades will be cleaned as if by magic! Additionally, the abrasive nature of the egg shells helps sharpen the blades as they grind against them.
**By An Nhien – Vietnamnet**
